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Exhibition on Display: April 14–July 14, 2026Summer 2026 Gallery HoursTues.–Fri. 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sat. Noon–5 p.m; Sun–Mon. Closed As botanists traveled the world in the 18th and 19th centuries, using the newly created Linnæan classification system to scientifically define their discoveries, several symbolic languages emerged, matching flowers with meanings. These languages became a way to understand flowers in terms of sentiment, feeling and association. This exhibition explores the origins and impact these dueling languages had in Europe and America. It examines how understanding flowers spoke to many larger issues that defined the time.   Example – The common dandelion: Taraxacum officinale A plant that can symbolize both faithfulness and coquetry. These are some of the names and languages Europeans and Americans used to define this single specimen, which was native to Europe, Asia and parts of Northern Africa. It was purposefully cultivated in the Americas and later became seen as an iconic weed. 

Maroon & White Night, Sponsored by St. Joseph Health, provides an opportunity to meet up with colleagues to network, socialize and collaborate. Each month a different area on campus will be highlighted to share their impact and potentially inspire cross-campus collaboration. This month we will be spotlighting our Campus Conversations.  This month planners will be sharing the upcoming events associated with the TAMU 150 celebration taking place in Fall 2026/Spring 2027.    Campus Conversations will be held in the Queen Theater beginning at 6 p.m.  A cash bar reception will continue in the Crown Bar following the presentation. The event is FREE to attend and FREE PARKING is provided in the Roy Kelly Parking Garage. Many businesses are offering incentives and discounts. Make sure to bring your ID or business cards for verification. Visit https://www.bryantx.gov/maroonwhitenight/ (https://www.bryantx.gov/maroonwhitenight/)for a full list of entertainment and incentives being offered.

Maroon and White Fun Run invites Texas A&M faculty, staff, students, former students and community members to run or walk a 5K course through the Texas A&M campus, beginning and ending in Aggie Park. A separate 1‑mile course lets kids join the fun alongside their families. This event is a fundraising initiative benefiting the Texas A&M Staff Emergency Fund (https://staff.tamu.edu/programs/staff-emergency-fund.html), which provides limited financial assistance to staff members facing temporary hardship due to significant life events. Net proceeds from the run support this fund, held at the Texas A&M Foundation. Service dogs and wheeled devices are allowed for participants with disabilities and small children, while bikes, scooters, skateboards, roller blades and similar items are not permitted on the course. For more details, course maps, sponsor information and race results, visit the Maroon and White Fun Run website. Prices: $30 per 5k participant; $20 for the 1-mile run for children 12 and underEvent-day schedule (subject to change):7 a.m. – Expo opens for vending / participant check-in 7:45 a.m. – Kids 1-miler (ages 10 and under) 8:15 a.m. – 5K runners 8:20 a.m. – 5K walkers 9:30 a.m. – Raffle drawing (must be present to win) 11 a.m. – Expo closes; teardown begins Volunteers Wanted:The race committee is also seeking volunteers from Wednesday, May 13, through race day. To volunteer your time, complete the volunteer sign-up form (https://airtable.com/app91rzcAw7ExywYO/shrUIcmnEfr0ErsP2). Bring your family and friends to share in the fun.Packet Pickup:Packet pickup will take place in the General Services Complex (https://aggiemap.tamu.edu/?bldg=1800) lobby on the following dates and times:Thursday, May 14, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, May 15, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Because the building closes at 5 p.m., the east main entrance (closest to the railroad tracks) will remain open for packet pickup until 6 p.m. Participants may find it most convenient to park in the lot behind the building and enter through the east main door. Free 30-minute parking is available in marked spaces, and most Texas A&M parking permits are valid in Lot 88; for details visit Transportation Services parking information (https://transport.tamu.edu/parking.aspx).Event Parking: Complimentary parking will be available for registered participants and volunteers, for the duration of the event only, in Lots 48 (https://aggiemap.tamu.edu/?lot=48), 60 (https://aggiemap.tamu.edu/?lot=60) and 62 (https://aggiemap.tamu.edu/?lot=62), as well as the HaglerCenter lot. The University Center Garage (https://aggiemap.tamu.edu/?bldg=0379) and Gene Stallings Blvd Garage (https://aggiemap.tamu.edu/?bldg=1544) will be available for hourly paid parking. For questions, email mwfunrun@tamu.edu (mailto:mwfunrun@tamu.edu) or visit the Maroon & White Fun Run webpage (https://tx.ag/mwfunrun).